Signs of Codependency
This emotion often fuels codependent behavior.
Guilt
Codependent individuals often seek this in their relationships.
Validation
What codependent individuals often lack in relationships.
Boundaries
This is often neglected by codependent individuals.
Self
A word describing the process of overcoming codependent behaviors.
Recovery
A strong need to control others.
Control
When someone excessively cares for another to the detriment of their own health.
Caretaking
A respectful way to say "no" in a relationship.
Assertiveness
The act of doing something that brings you peace or happiness.
Rest
What you practice to maintain emotional and mental health in recovery.
Boundaries
Feeling overly responsible for someone else’s happiness.
Responsibility
A form of control masked as concern.
Manipulation
A necessary component for establishing personal boundaries.
Communication
Engaging in activities that promote physical and emotional well-being.
Wellness
A key step in breaking codependent patterns.
Detachment
Denying your own needs in favor of others'.
Denial
When someone puts another person’s needs before their own
Sacrifice
The ability to act independently without relying on others for emotional support
Autonomy
One word for looking after your mental health.
Mindfulness
One-word term for being aware of unhealthy behaviors.
Awareness
Losing one's sense of self in a relationship.
Identity
The inability to express one’s true feelings.
Suppression
An essential skill in maintaining healthy relationships.
Balance
The process of focusing on one’s own needs and well-being.
Healing
Achieving this is crucial for long-term recovery from codependency.
Freedom